Hey BigFish, I haven't tried balm yet - wasn't entirely sure what it's for... I'll get some ordered as things are only getting more wiry at the back of my jaw. Not sure anyone else can see it, but it looks unruly in the mirror now.
I take dozens of pictures on update day, with my phone camera facing me and trying to see what' on the screen in a mirror! very long winded and I make sure my wife isn't around to scoff.

Thanks Steven123 - I like the new hat. Lynda (my wife) has just knitted me one, so I may do my update shots wearing it this week in you honour - so long as they come out okay (after lots of trial and error)...

DS - I was brave and cleaned my neck up today! I tried to do it low on purpose, so I can show you all in my update this week and get some opinions on whether I should lift it or leave it, so do let me know what you think. It felt wrong to get rid of any of the hairs I've been cultivating for the last 5 weeks, but I was okay once it was over. Phew!

Keep going guys, the weeks are flying by